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R577 EKN

1997 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,763 mi
Last recorded95,763 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-585,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR577 EKN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 95,763 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 92,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Oil leak Rocker cover ()

Undertrays fitted

Fail 3 Jan 2018 92,387 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Oil leak Rocker cover ()

Pass 10 Dec 2016 89,092 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 87,662 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 86,754 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 85,114 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 83,531 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 81,501 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 79,419 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 77,079 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 75,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 71,186 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Oct 2007 71,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 64,228 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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R577 EKN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 85,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R577 EKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R577 EKN registered?

R577 EKN is a 1997 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R577 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R577 EKN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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